Molder Machine Operator

Weir ESCO

Portland, OR

Day Shift:  Monday – Thursday, 3:30 AM – 2:00 PM

Business Need/Purpose of Role:

A shell coremaker operates the machinery that makes the sand cores which are used in the foundry molds.

Why choose Weir:
Be part of a global organization dedicated to building a better future: At Weir, the growing world depends on us. It depends on us constantly reinventing, quickly adapting and continually finding better, faster, more sustainable ways to access the resources it needs to thrive. And it depends on each of us doing the best work of our lives. It’s a big challenge – but it is exciting.

An opportunity to grow your own way: Everything moves fast in the dynamic world of Weir. This creates opportunities for us to take on new challenges, explore new areas, learn, progress and excel. Best of all, there is no set path that our people must take. Instead, everyone is given the support and freedom to tailor-make their own career and do the best work of their lives.

Feel empowered to be yourself and belong: Weir is a welcoming, inclusive place, where each individual’s contribution is recognized and all employees are encouraged to innovate, collaborate and be themselves. We continually focus on people and their wellbeing. We believe in fairness and choose to be honest, transparent and authentic in everything we do.
 

Key Responsibilities:

A molder is responsible for making sand molds into which metal castings are pouredThis person must have a good basic understanding of foundry operationsThey must be familiar with the materials used as additives to sand for molding purposesA molder must also be able to do a series of repetitive tasks for up to eight hours at a timeThey must use their judgment and experience to determine the quality of the finished mold as well as keeping an eye on the characteristics and consistency of the sand used in making the moldA molder must also be intimately familiar with the machinery they operate

Job Knowledge/Education and Qualifications:

Must be able to do repetitive tasks which require extensive wrist, arm, and shoulder use.Good hand/eye coordination is essentialUpper body strength and good lifting technique is required.Must be willing to run both the mold and core, automated machines.

Founded in 1871, Weir is a world leading engineering business with a purpose to make mining operations smarter, more efficient and sustainable. Thanks to Weir’s technology, our customers can produce essential metals and minerals using less energy, water and waste at lower cost. With the increasing need for metals and minerals for climate change solutions, Weir colleagues are playing their part in powering a low carbon future. We are a global family of 11,000 uniquely talented people in over 60 counties, inspiring each other to do the best work of our lives.

For additional information about what it is like to work at Weir, please visit our Career Page and LinkedIn Life Page.

Weir is committed to an inclusive and diverse workplace. We are an equal opportunity employer and do not discriminate on the basis of race, national origin, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, veteran status, disability, age, or any other legally protected status.

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We offer $25.72 per hour to start and $31.75 per hour rate of pay when you’re fully trained.